Smeg KE250X manual

Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE ______________ 113 2. INSTALLATION ________________________________________ 115 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTRO LS ___________________________ 118 4. USE OF THE OVEN _____________________________________ 128 5. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES ______________________________ 129 6. COOKING HINTS ______________________[...]

Introduction 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PR OPER USE THIS MANUAL IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE AND THEREFORE MUST BE KEPT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND IN A N ACCESSIBLE PLACE FOR THE WHOLE WORKING LIFE OF THE OVEN. WE ADVISE CAREFUL READING OF THIS MANUAL AN D ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS THEREIN BEFORE USING THE OVEN. INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY QU[...]

Introduction ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE CONTROL KNOBS ARE IN THE “ZERO” (OFF) POSITION WHEN YOU FINISH USING THE OVEN. NEVER PUT INFLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: THEY COULD BE ACCIDENTALLY LIGHTED AND CAUSE FIRES. DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VERY HOT. TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE HEATING ELEMENTS INSIDE THE OVEN. THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNICAL DAT[...]

Instructions for the installer 2. INST ALLA TION 2.1 Electrical connection Check that mains voltage and power cable ratings ar e as per the indications provided on the l abel attached to the oven door frame. This label must never be removed. It is obligatory for the electrical syst em to be grounded according to the methods required by safety rules[...]

Instructions for the installer 116 2.2 Mounting the oven The oven is de signed for mounting into any piece of furniture as long as heat-resistant. Proceed acc ording to the dimensions s hown in Figures 1 , 2 and 3 . For installing under a work top, follow the dime nsions given in Figure 1 - 3 . For installi ng under a work top wi th combined heatin[...]

Instructions for the installer Never use the oven door to lever the oven into place when fitting. Avoid exerting too much pres sure on the oven door when open. 117[...]

Instructions for the user 118 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 3.1 Front control panel All the oven controls are grou ped together o n the front panel.[...]

Instructions for the user FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to select desired function from the following: NO FUNCTION SET UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION OVEN LIGHT WIDE GRILL ELEMENT + VENTILATION UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT DEFROSTING WIDE GRILL ELEMENT VENTILATED HEATING ELEMENT LOWER HEATING ELEMENT LOW[...]

Instructions for the user 120 PILOT LIGHT (GREEN) This light comes on when any of the oven elements is receiving power. MINUTE COUNTER KNOB Turn the knob clockwise to the desired time. Time is expressed in minutes (maximum 55 minutes). Adjustment is continuous so that intermediate times between marking s can also be set. Alarm activation at end of [...]

Instructions for the user 3.2 Electronic programmer LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE-COUNTER KEY END-OF-COOKING KEY COOKING TIME KEY TIME BACK KEY TIME FORWARD KEY MANUAL OPERATION KEY 3.2.1 Clock adjustment When using the oven for th e first time, or after a power failure, the display flashes regularly and indicates . To stop flashing, press key on the di[...]

Instructions for the user 122 Release key to start the programmed cook ing time count. The display will now show the right time together with symbols A and . 3.2.3 Automatic cooking Use this setting to automatically start and stop the oven. By pressing key , the display lights up showing ; keep the key pressed and at the same time, press keys or to[...]

Instructions for the user By pressing key , the display shows ; keep the key presse d and at the same time press keys or . By releasing the key , the programmed count star ts and the symbols and appear on the monitor. After programming the minute-counter, th e display will show the right time. to display rema ining time, press key . Wrong settings [...]

Instructions for the user 124 3.3 Electronic Analogue Clock (on some models only) LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE-MINDER BUTTON AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OF F TIMING BUTTON TIME SETTING AND RESET VALUE DECREASE BUTTON VALUE INCREASE BUTTON 3.3.1 Setting the time When the oven is use d for the first time, or after a power blackout, the display flashes on and off at[...]

Instructions for the user - When the key is press ed the display illuminates, appearing as sh own in figure 1; - Press the or keys within 6/7 seconds to set the minute-minder. Wheneve r a key is pressed, 1 outside segment, representing 1 cookin g minute will light up (figure 2 shows 10 cooking minut es). - The countdown will start 6/7 seconds after[...]

Instructions for the user 126 3.3.3 Programming Cooking duration time: the 2 nd button can be used to set the cooking time. Before setting it, turn the thermostat to the cook ing temperature of choice and the function selector knob to any setting. To set the cookin g time, proceed as follows: - Press the key for 1/2 seconds; the p ointer will move [...]

Instructions for the user Cooking start: as well as setting a cook ing duration time, the user can also set the cooking start time (up to 12 hours after th e current time). To set the cooking start/end time, proceed as follows. - Set the cooking duration time as described in the previ ous point. - Within 6/7 seconds after the l ast time the or keys[...]

Instructions for the user 128 4. USE OF THE O VEN 4.1 Warnings and general advice Before using the oven for the first time, pre-heat it to maximum temperature ( 250 °C) long enough to burn any man ufacturing oily residues which could give the food a bad taste. During cooking, do not cover the bo ttom of the oven with aluminium or tin foil and do n[...]

Instructions for the user 5. A V AILABLE A CCESSORIES The oven features 4 support positions for plates and racks of different height. Some models do not feature all accessories . Grill: useful for holding cooking vessels. Plate grill: for placing above plate for cooking foods that might drip. Oven plate: useful for catc hing fat from foods on the g[...]

Instructions for the user 130 6. COOKING HINTS In fan-assisted mode pr eheating shou ld be carried out at 30/40°C above the cooking temperature. Thi s considerably shortens cooking tim es and reduces power consumpti on, as well as giving better cooking results. Keep the oven door closed during cooking 6.1 Traditional cooking (multifunction models)[...]

Instructions for the user Multiple cooking is possible as long as the cooking temperature of the different foods is the same. 6.3 Grill cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH . Permits rapid browning of foods. You are advised to plac e the pan in the highest guide. For short-term cooking of sm all quantities, place the grid in the fourth guide f[...]

Instructions for the user 132 6.5 Defrosting (multi function models) FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION 0 The flow of air produced by th e fan ensures quicker defrosti ng. The air circulating inside the o v en is at room temperature. The advantage of defrosting at room te mperature is that it does not alter the taste and appear ance of t[...]

Instructions for the user 6.6 Recommended cooking table Cooking times, especially m eat, vary according to the thickness and quality of the food and to consumer taste. TRADITIONAL COOKING LEVEL FROM BELOW TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUTES (*) FIRST COURSES LASAGNE OVEN-BAKED PASTA 2 - 3 2 - 3 210 - 230 210 - 230 30 40 MEAT ROAST VEAL ROAST BEEF ROA[...]

Instructions for the user 134 HOT-AIR COOKING LEVEL FROM BELOW TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUTES FIRST COURSES LASAGNE OVEN-BAKED PASTA CREOLE RICE 2 2 2 190 - 210 190 - 210 190 - 220 20 - 25 25 - 30 20 - 25 MEAT ROAST VEAL ROAST PORK ROASTED BEEF FILLET OF BEEF ROAST LAMB ROAST BEEF ROAST CHICKEN ROAST DUCK ROAST TURKEY ROAST RABBIT ROAST HARE ROA[...]

Instructions for the user 7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Before performing any operat ions requiring access to powered parts, switch off the po wer supply to the machine. 7.1 Cleaning stainless steel To keep stainless steel i n good condition it shoul d be cleaned regularly after use. Let it cool first. 7.1.1 Ordinary Daily Cleaning To clean and prese[...]

Instructions for the user 136 • Clean the oven grill and si de guides with hot water and no n-abrasive detergent. Rinse and dry. • The oven should b e operated at t he maximum temperat ure for about 15/20 minutes after using specific pr oducts, to eliminate the residues deposited inside the oven. • For easier cleaning, the door can be rem ove[...]

Instructions for the user 8. EXTRA ORDINAR Y MAINTENANCE The oven may require extraordinary m a intenance or replacement of parts subject to wear such as seals, bulbs, and so on. The following instructions describe how to carry out these minor maintenance operations. Before any intervention, disconnect the p ower supply of the device. 8.1 Replaceme[...]

Instructions for the user 138 8.2 Removing Hold the doo r on both si des with both hands near hinge s A and raise l evers B . Lift up the door forming an angle of about 45° and remove. To refit, slide the hinges A in the grooves, dr op the door and release le vers B . 8.3 Oven door seal To permit thorough clean ing of the oven, the seal may be r e[...]